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With all professional football suspended until April 30 at the earliest due to the coronavirus outbreak, clubs are currently playing a waiting game to see when they can resume.

However, had football across the country not been brought to a standstill due to the outbreak, the Professional Footballers’ Association would now be selecting its team of the season and receiving votes from its members for their Player of the Year award.

And in keeping with tradition, Carragher, writing in his column for The Telegraph, has selected his starting XI based on performances in England’s top-flight this season.

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First to be included from the Reds is Trent Alexander-Arnold, with Carragher saying on his inclusion: “I cannot imagine there will be any argument. His form speaks for itself with 12 Premier League assists. He is Liverpool’s playmaker at right back.

“Honourable mentions to Leicester’s Ricardo Periera and Manchester United’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka. They have enjoyed good seasons.

“But they are not at Alexander-Arnold’s level yet. He is probably the best right back in Europe.

“I would add that he must be the Young Player of the Year, and will probably go on to establish himself as England’s first choice full-back before the next major international tournament.”

Following on from Alexander-Arnold is fellow full-back Andy Robertson, who Carragher believes has been the best in the business in his position this season.

“Again, in the interest of balance I was scratching my head and asking who could reasonably challenge Robertson for this position? The answer is no-one,” he said.

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“He has seven assists in the Premier League - second only to Trent Alexander-Arnold when compared to other defenders - and remains the outstanding left back playing in English football. To put it into perspective, Leicester’s Ben Chilwell and Everton’s Lucas Digne have three and five Premier League assists, respectively.

“So while their supporters might argue they are worthy of consideration, and I would agree, they still cannot oust Robertson from my line-up.”

While at the heart of the defence, both Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez have been given the nod by the former Reds defender.

"Quite simply, one of the best players in the world," Carragher said on the Dutchman's inclusion. "Since moving to Liverpool, Van Dijk has been elevated into that sphere of players who could play for any side.

"He is so good, sometimes it feels he is taken for granted. Whenever the player of the year is debated, it is strange how few pundits put him forward. He has been as influential this season as he was last year and is another of the picks in this line-up no-one can argue against."

Before adding on Gomez's inclusion: "I am going to be honest. Assembling this team I am very wary of having too many Liverpool players, and this is one of the positions where I thought long and hard about alternatives.

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 26: Joe Gomez, Virgil van Dijk and Andy Robertson of Liverpool celebrate to their fans after the Premier League match between Leicester City and Liverpool FC at The King Power Stadium on December 26, 2019 in Leicester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

"Leicester pair Jonny Evans and Caglar Soyuncu have been outstanding and I was prepared to trigger a healthy debate by selecting Harry Maguire.

"Despite criticism of United this season, I believe Maguire has been a fine addition, dealing with the pressure of his transfer fee. I think he will get even better and prove great value at Old Trafford. I also want to mention Conor Coady, ultra-reliable in a fine Wolves team.

"But how can I separate Van Dijk and Gomez? They have not lost a league game as a central defensive partnership, and in some games Gomez has eclipsed his senior partner."

In midfield, only Liverpool skipper Jordan Henderson is given the nod, with Carragher highlighting the impressive way the former Sunderland man has switched roles this season.

“I have to say I am delighted but a little baffled that Jordan Henderson is getting more praise this season than in previous years,” he explained.

“I think that probably says more about those suggesting he has massively improved rather than the player himself because - as I am sure Jurgen Klopp will testify - his consistent excellence as captain has been fundamental to Liverpool’s return to the top.

“What is most impressive this season is the manner in which Henderson switched midfield roles.

“Until December, Fabinho was Liverpool’s best player and his injury could have been a critical moment in the title race.

“Instead, Henderson assumed the number six position and performed brilliantly. Maybe that is why more people have noticed his importance recently.”

Up top, and to the absolute surprise of nobody, the Kop icon has included both Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane, as well as crowning Mane as his Player of the Year for his standout performances this season.

“There was a moment when considering this line-up when I thought of leaving out Salah and selecting Raheem Sterling,” Carragher said on Salah's inclusion.

“I slept on it and thought, “What am I thinking?”. Nothing against Sterling, but he plays on the left, not right, so I am not prepared to compromise to leave out a player of Salah’s class.

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“Salah’s enduring contribution must be recognised. He has 20 goals in all competitions, remains in contention for the Premier League golden boot - which would be his third in three years - and has plenty of assists to go with it.

“Plenty say he is not at the level of two years ago, which might be true, but it is wrong to judge him against that extraordinary standard.

“He is a matchwinner who has helped Liverpool to the brink of their first title in 30 years.”

Before adding on Mane: “It may be many months before the Player of the Year award is presented, but Mane deserves it.

“The problem for Liverpool is they have so many outstanding players there is not one who stands out above all others.

“I am favouring Mane because it is worth remembering he had only one week off last summer, taking his place on the bench for the first game against Norwich having just returned to pre-season training.